Tips for Adding A Sculpture To Your Garden
You visit your favorite restaurant or spa, and
the statue on their front yard calls your name. It looks so beautiful, so
natural like it was always meant to be towering in glory in that garden. You
become inspired to try something like that for your garden, but when you bring
your statue home, it doesn’t give the effect. Something must be wrong, but
what? Choosing a statue for your garden is more than making a purchase and
placing it somewhere you think it might work. There is more to it, and if you
want your home statue to look at good as the hotels, then these tips are
exactly what you need.
1. Stick to your garden’s style
Do you have a theme for your garden or home?
This is the most logical way to choose a sculpture. The reason your statue
seems off is because it’s of a different style from the rest of the
environment, making it look odd and feel weird. Instead of intriguing you, you
are left wondering why it seems so oddly placed. If your garden is Japanese
style, stick with lanterns and buddha statue. Abstract sculpture is excellent
for a contemporary home, while a formal statue will best complement a
traditional home.
A personal styled garden can accommodate more
designs. For example, the classic dog
statues for your garden not only show your love for man’s best
friend, but also give you a good laugh when your pup is confused why the statue
doesn’t come out to play. The good thing with dog statues is their ability to
fit anywhere in your garden, or at your front porch to greet your guests. Put
the size of your statue and where you plan to place it into consideration
before buying, or you will end up with yet another statue disaster.
2. Know the right placement
Large pieces are best when they are focal
points because their main aim is to draw your attention. An abstract statue
that evokes emotions will be a great focal point. Smaller sculptures are meant
to draw you into the garden, so you notice the little intricate details you
would have missed. Place them near mass flowers
to create an enchanting atmosphere.
3. Consider your installation
Let’s face it: kids and pets love playing
in the backyard because they are free and to interact with nature.
Imagine the horrific disaster it would be if your 200-pound moveable sculpture
caused an accident? Situate your sculpture on ground level and create a solid,
level foundation for it. If need be, pour a concrete foundation, so it’s
secured in its place. Add visual enhancements to the location by planting adorable
flowers around it. There is no way your pet or kids will miss that.
Adding
an art form to your garden might be terrifying, but
the visual pleasure and gusto they add are worth the headache of figuring out
the statue to choose, the correct size, and the best position.
